# Standard Interpretations
1 - 1926.1053(a)(17) - Clarification on fixed ladders built to certain specifications for roof access
2 - 1926.1053 - Clarification of personal ladder boom system requirements
3 - 1926.1053(b)(13) - Clarification on whether a worker is allowed to stand on the top step of equipment, similar in design to a step stool
4 - 1926.1053(b)(13) - Clarification on when a trestle ladder would be considered a stepladder.
5 - 1926.1053, 1926.1053(b)(13) - Clarification on when a trestle ladder would be considered a stepladder.
6 - 1926.1053(b)(4) - Using a stepladder as a non-self-supporting ladder.
7 - 1926.1053(a)(2) - Using a stepladder as a non-self-supporting ladder.
8 - 1926.1053, 1926.1053(a)(2), 1926.1053(b)(4) - Using a stepladder as a non-self-supporting ladder.
9 - 1926.1053(b)(10) - The use of cable hook assemblies, pole grip assemblies, or adjustable levelers on fiberglass extension ladders used in construction.
10 - 1926.1053(b)(9) - The use of cable hook assemblies, pole grip assemblies, or adjustable levelers on fiberglass extension ladders used in construction.
11 - 1926.1053(b)(7) - The use of cable hook assemblies, pole grip assemblies, or adjustable levelers on fiberglass extension ladders used in construction.
12 - 1926.1053(b)(6) - The use of cable hook assemblies, pole grip assemblies, or adjustable levelers on fiberglass extension ladders used in construction.
13 - 1926.1053(b)(3) - The use of cable hook assemblies, pole grip assemblies, or adjustable levelers on fiberglass extension ladders used in construction.
14 - 1926.1053(b)(1) - The use of cable hook assemblies, pole grip assemblies, or adjustable levelers on fiberglass extension ladders used in construction.
15 - 1926.1053(b)(13) - Whether OSHA requirements prohibit working from a portable stepladder and, if not, whether fall protection is required. 29 CFR 1926.1053(b).
16 - 1926.1053(b)(4) - Whether OSHA requirements prohibit working from a portable stepladder and, if not, whether fall protection is required. 29 CFR 1926.1053(b).
17 - 1926.1053(b)(3) - Whether OSHA requirements prohibit working from a portable stepladder and, if not, whether fall protection is required. 29 CFR 1926.1053(b).
18 - 1926.1053(b) - Whether OSHA requirements prohibit working from a portable stepladder and, if not, whether fall protection is required. 29 CFR 1926.1053(b).
19 - 1926.1053(a)(19) - Use of fixed ladders constructed prior to the effective date of 29 CFR 1926 - Subpart X.
20 - 1926.1053(a)(18) - Use of fixed ladders constructed prior to the effective date of 29 CFR 1926 - Subpart X.
21 - 1926.1053(a)(6)(i) - Use of fixed ladders constructed prior to the effective date of 29 CFR 1926 - Subpart X.
22 - 1926.1053(a)(4)(i) - Use of fixed ladders constructed prior to the effective date of 29 CFR 1926 - Subpart X.
23 - 1926.1053 - OSHA compliance of Terra Flex stair system (models L-400 and A-500).
24 - 1926.1053, 1926.1053(a)(4)(i), 1926.1053(a)(6)(i), 1926.1053(a)(18), 1926.1053(a)(19) - Use of fixed ladders constructed prior to the effective date of 29 CFR 1926 - Subpart X.
25 - 1926.1053(a)(13) - Whether a concrete form panel with horizontal ribs meets the requirements in Part 1926 Subpart X for fixed ladders.
26 - 1926.1053, 1926.1053(a)(13) - Whether a concrete form panel with horizontal ribs meets the requirements in Part 1926 Subpart X for fixed ladders.
27 - 1926.1053(a)(19) - Whether 29 CFR 1926.1053(a)(18) and 1926.1053(a)(19) apply to an attachable ladder used on scaffolding.
28 - 1926.1053(a)(18) - Whether 29 CFR 1926.1053(a)(18) and 1926.1053(a)(19) apply to an attachable ladder used on scaffolding.
29 - 1926.1053, 1926.1053(a)(18), 1926.1053(a)(19) - Whether 29 CFR 1926.1053(a)(18) and 1926.1053(a)(19) apply to an attachable ladder used on scaffolding.
30 - 1926.1053(b)(1) - Rail extensions for a portable ladder;step-through ladder device.
31 - 1926.1053(b)(1) - Applicability of scaffold fall protection to guardrails near ladder access areas on scaffolds; toeboards across ladder access areas.
32 - 1926.1053(a)(19)(iii) - Compliance of automatically retractable rest platforms used with self-retracting lifelines for meeting requirements for fixed ladder safety equipment.
33 - 1926.1053(a)(19)(ii) - Compliance of automatically retractable rest platforms used with self-retracting lifelines for meeting requirements for fixed ladder safety equipment.
34 - 1926.1053(a)(19)(i) - Compliance of automatically retractable rest platforms used with self-retracting lifelines for meeting requirements for fixed ladder safety equipment.
35 - 1926.1053(a)(19) - Compliance of automatically retractable rest platforms used with self-retracting lifelines for meeting requirements for fixed ladder safety equipment.
36 - 1926.1053(b)(7) - The meaning of standards can only be modified through the rulemaking process, not through a letter of interpretation.
37 - 1926.1053(b)(8) - The use of extension cord while working from scissor lift; requirement to secure or barricade a ladder.
38 - 1926.1053(b)(7) - The upper rails and end caps of self-supporting ladders are not required to be slip-resistant.
39 - 1926.1053, 1926.1053(b)(7) - The upper rails and end caps of self-supporting ladders are not required to be slip-resistant.
40 - 1926.1053(b)(1) - Portable ladders not extending 3 feet above upper landing must be secured.
41 - 1926.1053, 1926.1053(b)(1) - Portable ladders not extending 3 feet above upper landing must be secured.
42 - 1926.1053(a)(13) - Minimum toe clearance for workers using manhole rungs during construction work.
43 - 1926.1053(a)(13) - Requirements for attachable scaffold ladders used in construction; toe-hold minimum distance requirement.
44 - 1926.1053(b)(12) - Applicable regulations to a metal cable ladder that is similar to a Jacob's Ladder.
45 - 1926.1053(b)(5)(iii) - Applicable regulations to a metal cable ladder that is similar to a Jacob's Ladder.
46 - 1926.1053(a) - Applicable regulations to a metal cable ladder that is similar to a Jacob's Ladder.
47 - 1926.1053, 1926.1053(a), 1926.1053(b)(5)(iii), 1926.1053(b)(12) - Applicable regulations to a metal cable ladder that is similar to a Jacob's Ladder.
48 - 1926.1053 - Fall protection requirements for an employee working from a ladder on a walking/working surface other than the ground.
49 - 1926.1053(a)(1)(ii) - Applicability of OSHA's ladder standard, 29 CFR Part 1926 Subpart X to a particular situation.
50 - 1926.1053(a)(1) - Applicability of OSHA's ladder standard, 29 CFR Part 1926 Subpart X to a particular situation.
51 - 1926.1053(b)(3) - OSHA Guidance concerning use of clip on products for ladders to facilitate transport of the ladder or other objects.
52 - 1926.1053(b)(4) - OSHA Guidance concerning use of clip on products for ladders to facilitate transport of the ladder or other objects.
53 - 1926.1053 - Construction standards for equipment such as Shuttle Buggy.
54 - 1926.1053 - OSHA's fixed ladder requirements do not apply to vehicle-mounted fixed ladders.
55 - 1926.1053(a)(18) - Fall protection requirements for fixed and portable ladders in construction.
56 - 1926.1053(a)(19) - Fall protection requirements for fixed and portable ladders in construction.
57 - 1926.1053(b)(4) - Maintenance vs. construction; working from fixed ladders.
58 - 1926.1053(a)(19) - Maintenance vs. construction; working from fixed ladders.
59 - 1926.1053(a)(18) - Maintenance vs. construction; working from fixed ladders.
60 - 1926.1053 - Requirements for use of ladder hoisting wheels.
61 - 1926.1053 - OSHA's requirements for enclosed hardware used in 'third rail' ladder safety devices for towers.
62 - 1926.1053 - Ridge hook-supported ladders.
63 - 1926.1053 - Letter of compliance for a ladder stand-off with handrails device.
64 - 1926.1053(a)(1)(ii) - Modifying a ladder for loads in excess of manufacturer's rated capacity.
65 - 1926.1053(a)(1)(i) - Modifying a ladder for loads in excess of manufacturer's rated capacity.
66 - 1926.1053(b)(5)(i) - Use of temporary vertical ladders.
67 - 1926.1053(a)(6)(i) - Metal ladder rungs are required to be skid-resistant.
68 - 1926.1053(b)(22) - Loads carried by persons climbing or descending a ladder.
69 - 1926.1053(b) - Use of ladders positioned against columns
70 - 1926.1053(b)(1) - General requirements of ladders
71 - 1926.1053(b)(1) - Ladders extending more than 36 inches above the landing do not need to have the rungs above the landing removed so as to facilitate employees stepping between the side rails.